Software Automation Engineer II

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Software Automation Engineer II to enhance the quality of connected vehicle features through robust test automation. This role involves creating Python-based automated test suites, collaborating with various teams, and driving quality improvements in a cutting-edge automotive environment.

Benefits

Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages

Full-time employee coverage effective on the first day of employment

Part-time employee coverage effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, with 3+ years of test automation experience in Python.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
• Familiarity with vehicle connectivity protocols (MQTT, gRPC, REST, TCP/UDP, UDS).

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain automated test suites/cases for connectivity system functions.
• Write and maintain common test libraries in Python test framework.
• Interface with dev ops team to enable continuous integration and testing.

Skills

Python

Automation Frameworks

Test Automation

IoT

Telematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer or Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Pytest

Appium

Job description

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About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

As a Software Automation Engineer II at Rivian Volkswagen Group Technologies, you’ll be pivotal in ensuring the delivery of robust, high-quality connected vehicle features through comprehensive test automation. You will primarily focus on creating and maintaining Python-based automated test suites for a variety of testing levels, from functionality to performance and stress tests, while also building and maintaining automation test benches. Collaborating closely with firmware, cloud, DevOps, and development teams, you'll enhance test coverage, integrate with CI/CD pipelines, and drive quality improvements. Your expertise in automation frameworks (like Pytest or Appium) and IoT/telematics systems will directly contribute to the reliability and innovation of Rivian Volkswagen Group Technologies' cutting-edge connectivity platform, leveraging data analytics for actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain automated test suites/cases for connectivity system functions for various levels of testing from functionality to performance and stress tests
• Write and maintain common test libraries, utilities in Python test framework
• Build and maintain automation test benches and test runs
• Interface with dev ops team to enable continuous integration and test
• Work with integration and developers to improve automation coverage
• Generate software test requirements and use requirement management tools
• Compile test data to demonstrate the automation software meets the specified requirements
• Develop reports and dashboards to track quality improvements
• Ability to work closely with firmware, cloud, and validation teams.
• Experience authoring and reviewing test plans, automation strategy, and release readiness criteria.
• Drive quality improvements by identifying regressions and reporting high-quality bug reports.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer or Software Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, with 3+ years of test automation experience in Python
• Experience with Pytest, Appium or other automation frameworks and tools
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies
• Prior experience in IOT, telematics or Wireless systems
• Familiarity with vehicle connectivity protocols (MQTT, gRPC, REST, TCP/UDP, UDS).
• Automation experience in embedded software, automotive field a big plus
  
  

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $107,000 - $145,400 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [e-mail].

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Software Development

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